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Council to consider reimbursing fire department up to $2,500 for Rescue 17 repairs after invoice is provided
Summary
Council discussed maintenance needed for Rescue 17 (out of service) and agreed to consider reimbursement up to $2,500 once the town receives an itemized invoice; Steve was assigned to review and approve the bill to expedite payment if appropriate.
The Kennard Town Council discussed repairs to Rescue 17, the town’s EMS/rescue vehicle, and agreed to consider reimbursing the fire department up to $2,500 once the town receives an itemized invoice.
During the fire department report the representative said Rescue 17 is currently out of service and listed routine maintenance needs including replacement of faulty sensors, brake repairs and other items. The representative said a local mechanic inspected the vehicle and aimed to keep repairs around $4,500; later a council member proposed authorizing reimbursement up to $2,500 for Rescue 17 maintenance but recommended waiting to see the mechanic’s invoice.
Council direction: members agreed that Steve would receive the bill and have authority to approve or disapprove payment before full council action, and the clerk will route an invoice to the clerk's office for processing. The chair said the vehicle is an emergency asset and the council needs it available; members agreed to revisit formal payment once the town has a bill and a clearer invoice breakdown.
Why it matters: Rescue 17 is an emergency vehicle used for EMS responses. Council noted the importance of keeping it in service and discussed whether to authorize immediate payment or review the exact repairs and cost before paying.
Next steps: Council awaits an itemized invoice; if the charge is consistent with the inspection notes, staff were directed to proceed administratively with payment approval by Steve pending documentation.
